Publisher's Synopsis
The Life of Bishop Chase, written by John Nicholas Norton and published in 1860, is a comprehensive biography of Philander Chase, the first bishop of the Episcopal Diocese of Ohio. The book explores Chase's early life, education, and career as a minister, as well as his involvement in the founding of Kenyon College and the establishment of the Episcopal Church in the western United States. Norton also delves into Chase's personal life, including his marriage and family, and his struggles with financial difficulties and opposition from other religious leaders. The Life of Bishop Chase provides a detailed look at the life and legacy of a prominent figure in American religious history, and sheds light on the challenges and triumphs of the early years of the Episcopal Church in the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
